2005 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |